GARCIA, ELYZZA T.

BSTM 3D

MODULE 2

MEMORY TEST:

In the blank space below, answer the following questions in two to three sentences.

1. What are the differences of the Western concept of Hero and Filipino concept of
Bayani?

The qualities of a Western hero are a notable or extraordinary human with

outstanding bravery or endeavor in danger, the one who puts up with suffering, and
the one who is thought to be honored after death. But nevertheless, it is a much
more important idea that has been stripped of its depth. A regular village warrior,
also known as a Bayani, Bagani, Magani, or Wani in various Filipino ethnolinguistic
groupings, was all that a Bayani was in early Philippine society. Moreover, in the
early Philippine societies, a hero was simply a common warrior. His simple and direct
task was guided by the community's daily needs. Early Filipino heroes were neither
savages nor blood – thirsty killing machines.

2. Enumerate the criteria in recognizing heroes. Explain their meaning.

1. the extent of a person’s sacrifice for the welfare of the country

- someone is willing to sacrifice or give up in order for the welfare, protection

and well-being of the people and their nation.

2. the motive and methods employed in the attainment of the ideal (welfare of the
country)

- The ideal is entirely for the good of the nation and free from any impurity of self-
interested motives, but most importantly, the methods used to achieve it should be
morally acceptable.

3. the moral character of the person concerned

- The individual shouldn't have any immorality that compromise his or her ideals.

4. the influence of the person concerned on his/her age and or the succeeding age

- The person should think about his or her age and how his or her age affects its
behavior
 5. those who have a concept of nation and thereafter aspire and struggle for the
nation’s freedom

- In any circumstance, especially when an invasion threat of any kind exists, they
must have a desire for the nation's freedom.

6. those who define and contribute to a system of life of freedom and order for a
nation

-he or she is considered a hero if the person give significant contribution in country’s
betterment, orderliness and freedom.

7. those who contribute to the quality of life and destiny of a nation

-those people who improve a nation's future and their quality of life.

8. a part of the people’s expression

-the person must have received or gained citizens’ acknowledgement, recognition

and respect in order for him or her to be called a hero.

9. person who thinks of the future, especially the future generations

- a hero must be concerned with the future of the nation, particularly the next or
future generation wherein it must be seen in his or her decisions and ideals.

10. the choice of a hero involves not only the recounting of an episode or events in
history, but with the entire process that made this particular person a hero

-this means that being a hero isn’t only about recounting the historical or series of
incidents, but also you are assessed by the full process you’ve done.

3. What are the steps done by the colonial and post-colonial Philippines in promoting
the heroism of Rizal?

The steps that have been done by promoting Rizal’s heroism are:
1) the creation of Rizal Province.
2) the erection of Rizal Monument.
3) the declaration of Rizal Day on December 30 as a public holiday

STUDENT’S JOURNAL

Reflect on the Filipino concept of hero. Now that the nature of the concept of
“hero” has been clarified as not to be posthumous award, how can a student like you
become a bayani in your own way?

To be bayani is not aiming to be called like one but to be act like one even without any
super powers involve. As a student, I will become bayani in my own and simple way setting
a good example to citizens but being a bayani is not just only about being a good example. I
will extend and lend my hand with full of kindness in my heart, with sincerity, compassion
and empathy. Moreover, as the eldest in our family, I will be a hero also in our home by
helping my mother in cleaning, cooking and doing the household chores. Helping my siblings
with their school works and preparing their snacks and lunch every time they go to school.
Furthermore, as a student citizen of this nation, I will respectfully abide the laws.

Combat, superpowers, wearing a cape, or acting as a vigilante to stop a crime are not
requirements for being a hero. Humanity and goodness are what you need to have in your heart.
Be kind to everyone, but not so much that you risk being disrespected. Let us all be kind of our
hero.